The Beacon at Mapleton

The Beacon at Mapleton sits in a quiet residential neighborhood in Mapleton, MN, and provides seniors with assisted living, memory care, home care services, and some independent living options. The building's on the smaller side, which helps with a supportive community feel, and Monarch Healthcare Management staff are on duty around the clock to assist residents with whatever they're needing, from personal care and medication help to activities of daily living, including bathing and getting dressed and even getting to and from doctor appointments with transportation arranged. Residents get a choice of private and shared suites, all of which have private bathrooms, closets, phone and TV hookups, air conditioning, kitchenettes, and an emergency call system. Meals here get made with organic food and can be tailored for food allergies or special diets, and meals get served all day long in a dining room with restaurant-style service, or as room service when needed. Seniors enjoy maintenance-free living, so no one needs to worry about cooking, cleaning, laundry, or even dry cleaning, and help is always available for higher needs like diabetic care, incontinence care, and support for those with mobility or memory challenges, including dementia care. For leisure and social time, residents use the arts room, enjoy movie nights, and make use of walking paths and the garden outside, with community and resident-run activities scheduled regularly. An on-site barber and salon means folks can get a haircut or grooming without leaving, and the building's fully handicap accessible with Wi-Fi and high-speed internet throughout. Staff is multilingual, speaking English, and trained aides provide services for hospice or tougher health conditions. Seniors also get daily activities assistance, cable TV, phone, and coordination with healthcare providers. With a 5 out of 10 average rating in reviews, the community's gotten some recognition for being a friendly place with helpful staff, and it's also known as a Best of Senior Living community. The Beacon at Mapleton keeps a focus on independence while offering support, and its range of room layouts lets residents choose the level of care that fits their needs best.